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Shannon Gifford 
Online Class Instructor |
Georgia USA
Member since, 3/20/02
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| Pattern Review | 7/10/08 5:22 PM | Vogue Patterns - 1036
Pattern Description:
Jeans-style jacket, interesting sleeve details.
Pattern Sizing:
All sizes included.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Well...sort of. See below.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes.
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| Pattern Review | 1/3/07 2:08 PM | No Pattern Used - quilt anniversary quilt
Several years ago, I saw the Mosaic Quilt software demonstrated on a television program. I resolved at that time to learn to use the software for the purpose of making a fiftieth anniversary quilt for my parents.
The premise of the software is quite simple. Scan the photo or artwork into the pro...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 12/17/05 6:43 PM | HotPatterns - Free Download Nairobi Bag
Pattern Description:
Purse with handle, based on the somewhat iconic YSL Mombasa bag.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
The overall shape, yes. I made a couple of changes due to personal taste.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Inst...more... |
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| Book Review | 9/29/02 7:31 PM | Make Your Own Dress Patterns
This gem is out of print.....but if you find one, snatch it!
For those who want to learn flat pattern making in a sensible, easy to understand approach, this book is the answer. Margolis begins by examining patterns that can be made from geometric shapes such as the circle skirt and the rectangular...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/24/02 4:50 AM | Vogue Patterns - 7334
Please look at my profile.....it will help you to understand some of the sewing challenges I face:) Height, plus sized (with larger than c cup), and pear shaped......the three gremlins that pattern companies tend to ignore....are all on my list. That is why, I think, I tend to have better results ...more... |
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About Me
If it involves a needle and thread....I've probably given it a try! I started sewing early, like many of you, at my grandmother's knee. I took the expected and lamented home ec sewing class and was ...more
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